The Overland Expo is set for May 17-19 2013 near Mormon Lake Lodge in Arizona. 2013 marks the 6th anniversary of the Overland Expo, an international event that educates and inspires people to get out and explore the world, by bike and vehicle. It offers 85+ different classes, workshops, and roundtable programs, 140+ exhibitors of 4WD & adventure motorcycles, accessories, camping gear and more in addition to the opportunity to meet renowned experts, authors, & videographers from around the world.

Overland Expo is THE gold standard overlanding event in North America. If you need training, gear, or just want to meet cool people from around the world and have fun, this is the event for you.

Overland Expo is well known for it’s real world obstacle courses engineered by Land Rover, music, great food courtesy of Overland Gourmet and other artisans, it’s “Adventure Travel Film Festival”, happy hours and training opportinuities.

Overland Expo brings together people interested in exploring the world, and presents them with opportunities for socializing, learning, and outfitting for their adventures. Proceeds from Overland Expo help support ConserVentures Charitable Organization, a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is promoting exploration of our planet and conservation of its cultural and natural heritage. For more information, see ConserVentures.org. The event saw over 5,000 in attendance at the 2012 event, and 2013 looks even more promising – put this on your list of mandatory trips for 2013!

^Ha! I know what you mean. I have to say, after living in Prescott before my 4 wheeling days, it would be fun to get back to AZ with the truck. Shoot, it turns out my old college buddy has a very successful overlanding/offroad parts business down there now!